1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Flavia | Samurai |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |